😏unctuous

adjective
/ˈʌŋk.tʃu.əs/

Meaning

Excessively flattering or ingratiating; oily in texture.

Example Sentences

His unctuous tone made everyone uncomfortable.

Synonyms

oily, ingratiating, obsequious, flattering

Antonyms

sincere, genuine, honest

Collocations

unctuous tone, unctuous smile, unctuous manner

Related Vocabularies

Completely silent; without any noise.
wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate
excessively concerned with one's appearance and clothes; vain about dress
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loud and harsh; presenting a point of view in a forceful way
lacking physical sensation or empathy; without feeling or sensitivity

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